From heartfelt dramas to creative animation, historical legends to contemporary comedies, the Toronto Japanese Film Festival (TJFF) returns for its 14th year with an exciting lineup of 24 films that showcase the very best of Japanese cinema. Taking place from June 12 to 26, 2025, at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC)’s Kobayashi Hall, this beloved festival continues to bridge cultures and captivate audiences.
This year’s Opening Night features the Canadian Premiere of the live-action adaptation of the beloved anime CELLS AT WORK!（《工作細胞》）. Renowned director Hideki Takeuchi (Thermae Romae, Fly Me to Saitama) will be present to introduce the film in person — an exciting chance to meet one of Japan’s most celebrated filmmakers!
2025 Toronto Japanese Film Festival — Full Lineup
June 12 (Thu), 7:30 PM – CELLS AT WORK!
June 13 (Fri), 7:00 PM – HAKKENDEN: FICTION AND REALITY
June 14 (Sat), 1:00 PM – THE 35-YEAR PROMISE
June 14 (Sat), 4:00 PM – CLOUD
June 14 (Sat), 7:00 PM – SHE TAUGHT ME SERENDIPITY
June 15 (Sun), 1:00 PM – GIVE IT ALL
June 15 (Sun), 4:00 PM – BETWEEN PICTURES: THE LENS OF TAMIO WAKAYAMA
June 15 (Sun), 7:00 PM – ANGRY SQUAD: CIVIL SERVANTS AND SEVEN SWINDLERS
June 16 (Mon), 7:00 PM – AIMITAGAI
June 17 (Tue), 7:00 PM – TEKI COMETH
June 18 (Wed), 7:00 PM – LET’S GO KARAOKE!
June 19 (Thu), 7:00 PM – LAST MILE
June 20 (Fri), 7:00 PM – RAVENS
June 21 (Sat), 1:00 PM – LIVING IN TWO WORLDS
June 21 (Sat), 4:00 PM – 90 YEARS OLD – SO WHAT?
June 21 (Sat), 7:00 PM – RIVER RETURNS
June 22 (Sun), 1:00 PM – NINTAMA RANTARŌ: INVINCIBLE MASTER OF THE DOKUTAKE NINJA
June 22 (Sun), 4:00 PM – GRAND MAISON PARIS
June 22 (Sun), 7:00 PM – MUROMACHI OUTSIDERS (SAMURAI FURY)
June 23 (Mon), 7:00 PM – PETALS AND MEMORIES
June 24 (Tue), 7:00 PM – THE VOW FROM HIROSHIMA
June 25 (Wed), 7:00 PM – BUSHIDO [GOBANGIRI]
June 26 (Thu), 7:00 PM – SUNSET SUNRISE
July 17 (Thu), 7:00 PM – SEPPUKU: THE SUN GOES DOWN
Ticket Info | 購票資訊
Tickets available now.
Festival Pass buyers (5- or 10-film packs) will receive a special gift courtesy of founding sponsor SHISEIDO Canada.
Get your tickets at torontojff.com
Or call 416-441-2345 / visit the JCCC in person for details.
